SYNOPSESThe Ethiopians have been defeated in battle. Aida, their princess, has been enslaved by the victorious Egyptians, though her identity is not known to them. The Egyptian General Radames falls in love with the beautiful Aida and dreams of setting her upon a throne.

ENGLISH TRANSLATIONHeavenly Aida, goddess of beauty,garland of flowers and of bright light.You are the ruler of all of my thoughts,you are the splendor of my whole life.I'll bring you back, yes, to your lovely skiesto the soft breezes of your native land.I'll place a royal wreath upon your crown,and build you a throne close to the sun!